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Redefining the aging process

We are often asked how old we are, but it does not define you. My age is 60. This may show I am now eligible for AARP membership, have two years until I am eligible for Social Security, and may … more

Take that, Richard May!

It seems like the Port of Bellingham commission, recently notorious for authorizing $100,000 of public money to be spent on making the public like them, isn’t fond of uppity city council … more

Letters to The Editor: September 5-11, 2024

The Editor: In regards to your article about Fredy Martin Esteban; he was 20 years old when he was accused of raping a 5-year-old girl he was babysitting while her mom was at work. After … more

Blaine Police Department Reports: September 5-11, 2024

August 24, 12:17 p.m.: Vehicle prowl on H Street. August 25, 3:50 a.m.: Trespass on Boblett Street. August 25, 11:56 a.m.: Neighborhood dispute on E Street. August 26, 8:16 a.m.: … more

Sheriff's Reports, September 5-11, 2024

August 25, 10:01 a.m.: Vehicle theft cold call on West Badger Road. August 25, 5:20 p.m.: Shots on Eddie Lane. August 25, 8:33 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Cowichan Road. August 26, … more

Obituary: Donald (Don) Thompson

Donald (Don) Thompson December 1, 1937 – August 23, 2024   Donald (Don) Thompson was born on December 1, 1937, just 15 minutes after his identical twin … more

Carl's Jr. opens in Blaine

Justin Christensen of Christensen Fuels, l., and Bens Market Travel Plaza owner Ben Joshi in front of Carl’s Jr. on the fast food restaurant’s August 30 grand opening. The Carl’s … more

Charges laid in Evergreen CO death amid striking similarities to Point Roberts tragedy

A case of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in Thurston County that has striking parallels to the 2021 deaths of Murray Church and Gail Amundsen in Point Roberts has led to charges against two men … more

Birch Bay Derby Day returns this weekend

Birch Bay Derby Day is back Saturday, August 31 for a day full of crab derbies, rubber duck races, a library fun run/walk and more. The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce will hold its last large … more

City of Blaine accepting applicants for city council seat

The city of Blaine is looking to fill a vacancy on Blaine City Council for the Ward 1 Position 2 seat left vacant by Kerena Higgins. Higgins wrote in an August 26 email to The Northern Light … more

Blaine school board adopts pared down budget

In the last school board meeting before the new school year begins, the Blaine school board unanimously approved the adoption of the 2024-25 budget during the August 26 meeting. The first day of … more

Woman released from ICU after attempted murder

The victim of an attempted homicide near Birch Bay has been released from the intensive care unit at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle in “satisfactory condition,” according to UW … more

Plover roundup: Ferry not running, damage to stern, Sturgill retires from boat

The city of Blaine announced August 23 that it ran into difficulty operating the Plover and would not start operations as previously anticipated. The city stated ferry service would remain suspended … more

Architectural gem overlooking Semiahmoo Bay features wood and stone

A private Semiahmoo home with unique wood features and views of Semiahmoo Bay is on the market for $2.7 million. The 5,920-square-foot home rests atop a bluff at 9131 Great Blue Heron Lane, near … more

CAP coat drive starts September 1

The Community Assistance Program (CAP) is holding its annual winter coat drive starting Sunday, September 1 and running through the remainder of the month. The drive will accept gently used or … more
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